A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
Part-time faculty are pooled positions; appointments are made on an as-needed/rolling basis. Summary of Position Teaches courses in the Higher Education track for the EDAD program; provides in-depth knowledge of higher education experience and expertise in research methodology; offers guidance and support throughout students' dissertation journey; facilitates engaging and interactive classroom experiences, fosters a dynamic learning environment; collaborates with faculty members to enhance the curriculum and align it with industry best practices; stays abreast of current trends and developments in higher education to continually enhance instructional approaches; provides timely feedback, assessment, and support to students, promoting their academic and professional growth.
Position Information Work Schedule:
Typically, Monday through Friday. Teaching assignments will be remote for this program. Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.
An Institution of Opportunity:
YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives. As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.
Work Schedule:
Typically, Monday through Friday. Teaching assignments will be remote for this program.
Primary Location:
Youngstown Qualifications and Competencies Required Certifications, Training, and/or
Licensures:
None Sponsorship and/or
Work Authorization Status:
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
An earned doctoral degree in higher education administration or related field; five or more years full-time experience in higher education administration; knowledge of higher education law, policies, and regulations and of higher education financial operations, assessment, evaluation, and accreditation; must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching in higher education settings; experience in student advising or mentoring. A demonstrable track record of scholarly research, publications, or contributions to the field of higher education administration. Proficiency in relevant software and technology used in higher education administration, such as student information systems and database management tools. The capacity to collaborate with colleagues, faculty, and other stakeholders to achieve common goals and solve problems. Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience managing multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
Physical Requirements:
In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform sedentary work.
Sedentary:
work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs may be defined as Sedentary when walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other Sedentary criteria are met. Supplemental Information Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file. At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar's signature.
